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Ex-Abergavenny cattle market site demolished for supermarket
THE former livestock market and slaughterhouse buildings in Abergavenny have been demolished to make way for a supermarket.We reported in March that preliminary work on the site had begun in preparation for a 25,000 sq ft Morrisons supermarket.Morrisons
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Abersychan head and ex-pupil skydive for school
AN ABERSYCHAN headteacher and her former pupil jumped out of a plane to raise money for the school.The headteacher of Victoria Village Primary School in Abersychan, Joy Dando, along with former pupil Bek Thomas, 19, raised £1,608 for the construction
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Heartless thieves steal village defibrillator
HEARTLESS thieves have stolen a defibrillator from a Gwent village, robbing the community of life-saving equipment. On June 10, it was discovered that a public access defibrillator which was located on a village green had been stolen from Llanvaches near
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BEHIND THE HEADLINES: Will the Newport Nato summit boost the city?
As Newport is snubbed from the Nato summit’s title and an overwhelming majority believe there are no benefits to be had, LAURA LEA asks the people of Newport how we can benefit from the global event this autumn. AN ONLINE Argus poll has shown just
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PICTURE: Car crashes into railings outside Royal Gwent
A CAR is being recovered after it crashed into railings outside the Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport this afternoon.
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Work starts on £4.5m Raglan eco school building
CONSTRUCTION work has begun at the £4.5 million Raglan Primary School, which will be eco-friendly and powered by sunlight. Building firm Morgan Sindall has won a £3.2 million contract to build the 21st Century School, which will include state-of-the-art
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ARGUS ARCHIVE: 50 years ago - End for coal shipments from Newport
Coal shipments from Newport Docks were to come to an end on August 29. Trade was then due to be transferred to Barry Docks in accordance with a new policy from the British Transport Docks Board. AS a result of controlled tipping, Newport’s Parks
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ARGUS ARCHIVE: 100 years ago - Woman charged with attempted suicide
A sad story of domestic difference was heard at a special police court in Cwmbran. A young wife was charged with attempting to commit suicide after throwing herself into the canal at Two Locks. Hopes of a settlement in the dispute between marine
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YOUR MP WRITES: David Davies, MP for Monmouth
It would be wrong to blame the police for the worrying number of Islamic extremists in Cardiff as highlighted in the national press. The question is who is to blame for allowing an atmosphere in which religious fascism spouted by extremists can thrive
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Cycling team 'best ever' even without Becky James
WALES’ Commonwealth Games cycling team has been hailed as the best ever to represent the country, even with Gwent star Becky James missing out through injury. Double world champion James, of Abergavenny, was forced to pull out after aggravating
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ARGUS ARCHIVE: 25 years ago - MP demands probe over axe murder of Cwmbran man
The gruesome murder of Daniel Morgan, a private detective from Gwent, led to a demand for an investigation in a Commons speech by MP Simon Hughes. Roads were closed and nearby buildings hosed down when Pontnewynydd Methodist church hall was gutted
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New charity aims to tackle homelessness and drug abuse
A NEW charity aiming to tackle the problems of homelessness and drugs has been launched.Eden Gate aims to help those with alcohol or drug dependency problems in the city.The launch saw city councillors including Cliff Suller attend the event to learn
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Newport escapes Tata steel job losses
STEEL-MAKING jobs at Newport's Llanwern will not be hit as part of Tata's plans revealed today which will see around 400 jobs go at their Port Talbot plant. Tata says the 'restructuring' will improve the competitiveness of its South Wales steelmaking
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Commercially speaking
A report out last week on prime retail rentail values in the UK placed Newport firmly at the bottom of the chart.The Collier's International's 2014 Mid-summer Retail Report made for very interesting reading.The report showed that rents for retail
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'Scandal' of move to translate Welsh exam work in to English
AN ASSOCIATION that works to improve Welsh-medium education for pupils has criticised one of the UK's largest examining bodies as it looks to get pupils work translated from Welsh to English for marking. Parents for Welsh Medium Education, RhAG
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Open gardens event attracts 2,000
AROUND 2,000 visitors flocked to Usk to explore 25 gardens that opened to the public at the weekend.Usk Open Gardens, now in its 20th year, has grown from small beginnings to become an annual event that has raised over £180,000 for local charities.This
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Bellew: I'm not thinking about Nathan Cleverly
Tony Bellew insists he is not thinking about Nathan Cleverly as the pair share top billing on July 12 at the Echo Arena in Liverpool, live on Sky Sports. Promoter Eddie Hearn has billed the night ‘Collision Course’ as Bellew and Cleverly look set
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Calzaghe backing for Cleverly
NATHAN Cleverly’s bid to become a two-weight world champion has been boosted by support from Wales’ best-ever, Joe Calzaghe. The Newbridge puncher was undefeated in a stellar career and while he was not an official two-weight world champion, Calzaghe
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No further action for minister who breached code
UPDATE 3pm: There were opposition calls for Alun Davies to stand down amid ripped papers and accusations of burying bad news in the Senedd this afternoon. Alun Davies was found by first minister Carwyn Jones to have breached the ministerial code
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Caerleon exhibition shows horses’ history in warfare
A PIECE of horse’s head armour discovered in Caerleon priory field in 2010 has inspired a new display at the National Roman Legion Museum looking at the role of the horse in Roman warfare.The display, Equus – The Horse at War, which opened
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Pooler sign influential flanker Rob Nash
PONTYPOOL have fired a signal of intent in their bid to return to the Principality Premiership by securing the return of flanker Rob Nash, writes Chris Kirwan.The 27-year-old from Panteg is heading back to Wales after a season with Coventry in the English
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Picture Perfect
THANK you for all the lovely reader pictures and others you have shown us in the Argus of late. The one I thought took the biscuit was Patrick McMahon’s air shot of Caldicot Castle, a wonder view for miles. Well done Patrick! Thank you Argus
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Giant strides
THE ROYAL Gwent Hospital Cardiology Fund recently held a fun run in aid of funds and we wish to express our sincere thanks to the many runners who took part in the event. The event generated a good sum in sponsorship and donations and we are indebted
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Blog outrage
SURELY nobody believes a word of C J Bradley’s almost daily malicious letters to this paper. He has now exceeded his own low standards of distortion and abuse with a downright untruth. He claims there is no Newport News on my blog. How did he miss
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Load of rubbish
FROM Tuesday, July 1, dumping household waste in council-run tips will cost up to £70. Residents will need a permit to carry rubbish in small vans or trailers. The new permits will cost £35 for vehicles up to the size of an escort van and trailers
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Newport Saracens begin pre-season training
NEWPORT Saracens RFC pre-season training starts tonight at 6.30pm at the club’s ground off the Southern Distributor Road.Players new to the club who are interested in getting fit or joining the club are invited to attend training every Tuesday and
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ARGUS COMMENT: Punishment fits offence for murder plot four
THE SENTENCING OF four men found guilty of conspiracy to murder charges in Newport yesterday brings to an end a shocking saga played out on the streets of Newport. The four; Ryan Battersby, Lewis Bridge, Brogan Hooper and Gary Rabjohns, had
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LIVE: Newport murder trial - Day 5
FOLLOW our live coverage of the trial of Christopher Parry, accused of murdering his wife Caroline Parry in August 2013. Parry, 50, has pleaded guilty to her manslaughter but denies murdering his wife. Argus reporter Jen Mills is at Newport Crown Court
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Crowds mark Armed Forces Day in Tredegar
OVER 1,000 people gathered in Tredegar to mark Armed Forces Day on Sunday.The event, now in its fifth year, was held at Bedwellty House and Park and attended by veterans, local dignitaries including Tredegar town mayor Ryan Watkins, Blaenau Gwent AM Alun
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Bid to cut dog attacks on postal staff
AROUND 200 postmen and women in Wales were attacked by dogs in the year to April, out of more than 3,300 UK-wide.Now the Royal Mail is appealing to its customers on issues of responsible dog ownership and is asking them to keep their dogs under control
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Two men arrested after Pill incident
TWO men were arrested on suspicion of affray after an incident in Pill. Gwent Police were called to reports of a man with a knife on Commercial Road, near Charlotte Green, at around 1.10pm yesterday. A 23-year-old and a 39-year-old were arrested
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Pandora puts faith in Newport
Danish jewellery retailer Pandora, one of the fastest growing jewellery brands in the world, has opened a new store in Commercial Street, Newport.The move has been seen as a vote of confidence in the city’s future by South Wales retailer and franchisee
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Cwmglo is jewel of the Valleys
A new jewellery company is proving a shining example of enterprise in the Valleys.Cwmglo Jewellery, of Cwmtillery, is turning out a stunning range of quality work, and already the firm is looking to expand.Orders have arrived from Ohio in the US, where
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Exiles boss pleased with near fully-fit squad
NEWPORT County AFC manager Justin Edinburgh was delighted to welcome a fully fit squad to the club’s new training base on the first day of pre-season yesterday. With the exception of second choice goalkeeper Jamie Stephens, who is still recovering
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Wales most responsible businesses recognised recognised
Three businesses with strong connections to Gwent were among the winners at the Business in the Community Wales Responsible Business Awards 2014.Newport-based GD Environmental, Wales and West Utilities and Carillion Civil Engineering were the three Gwent
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It's time to update the staff handbook - again
Most business owners know that employment legislation can be as changeable as the British weather, and this year certainly has been no exception.Tribunals are reeling following the introduction of fees and the complex ACAS Early Conciliation Scheme now
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Admiral House being marketed as an investment opportunity
Admiral House, the new home to insurance firm Admiral in Newport city centre, is being marketed as an investment opportunity for £17.5m.The building, which welcomed Admiral staff for the first time early last month, is being leased to Admiral on
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NEWPORT MURDER TRIAL: Killer 'depressed over wife leaving'
A MAN charged with murdering his wife in a Newport street told detectives he had been plunged into depression when she said she was leaving him. But Christopher Parry, 50, continued to harbour hopes that Caroline Parry would come back to him, and
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20 questions...
1. How did you get into your current job? I set myself up as self-employed and represented the firm on a large contract in Swindon. After six months they offered me an employed position as audit manager. Eighteen months later I was invited to become
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Society staff complete mountain challenge for chartiy
Eight members of staff from Monmouthshire Building Society successfully completed the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge fundraising event in aid of St David’s Hospice Care, helping to raise more than £2,000.The Welsh Three Peaks challenge involves
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Newport docks to get £2.5m boost
Associated British Ports’ Port of Newport is to invest £2.5m refurbishing its Atlantic Shed warehouse to provide additional covered space for its growing steel and bulks business. The project takes the total for new investment by ABP in the docks
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Finance Wales loan helps refurbishment of Shire Hall move ahead
A £1.1m property development loan from Finance Wales is helping the renovation of the 112-year-old Shire Hall in Pentonville, Newport, into 18 luxury residential apartments.Highly experienced property developer, Jahan Abedi, who has appeared on
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South Wales industrial controls firms stakes claim for new business
Newport-based engineering firm Industrial Automation and Control has appointed Martin Zellweger to head its new division in the north east of England.The move will see Martin, who has a vast experience gained in the UK steel industry, boosting systems
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PHS uses pedal power for children’s charity
A TEAM from workplace services provider PHS Group geared up for a charity cycle challenge to raise £5,000, adding to the £50,000 already raised. Nine riders from the head office in Caerphilly saddled up and cycled from Smethwick to Caerphilly
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Chepstow-based Mabey Bridge celebrates raft of national civil engineering awards
Specialist steel bridge manufacturer Mabey Bridge is celebrating after three major projects featuring steelwork produced at the company’s Chepstow facility triumphed at the annual Institution of Civil Engineers Awards.The Loughor Viaduct replacement
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The big question...
The logo for the Newport Nato summit, being held at the Celtic Manor Resort in September, was unveiled last week. It carries no mention of the city of Newport apart from a stylised representation of the city's Transporter Bridge.Business Argus has
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Debris warning on A48(M) at St Mellons
DRIVERS are being warned of reports of debris on the A48(M) near St Mellons this morning between Newport and Cardiff.
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New booze prices plan could ‘improve health’
THE introduction of a minimum unit price for alcohol would lead to significant improvements to the health of the population of Wales, public health experts claim. Research by Public health Wales’ policy, research and development division, led by
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MICHAEL PEARLMAN SAYS: World Cup should give Wales fans hope
ON the simple basis that Gareth Bale isn't unhinged, Welsh football fans should take a lot of heart from some of the performances at this extraordinary World Cup.Apologists for 50-plus years of Welsh footballing failure will constantly point to population
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MICHAEL PEARLMAN SAYS: Goals should be the goal for returning Exiles
NEWPORT County AFC returned to work yesterday as pre-season began and fingers crossed, they made goals their goal for the new campaign.That may sound flippant as the Exiles ready themselves for only a second season in the Football League in their new
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Chepstow woman died after exposure to asbestos - inquest
AN 80-YEAR-OLD woman died as a result of a domestic-acquired industrial disease normally caused by an exposure to asbestos, an inquest heard. Norma Kidman from Chepstow died from mesothelioma on September 27, 2013. In a statement read out to
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Cwmbran theatre closes in on fundraising target
A BRIC a brac sale held at the weekend to raise funds for Cwmbran’s Congress Theatre raised £800 towards the £100,000 appeal. Around 300 people turned out to support the event on Saturday as the appeal had £3,849 left to raise. The success
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NOW AND THEN: Newport Arcade
The Now and Then photographs this week are of Newport Arcade. Known to most Newportians as “Kimpton’s” Arcade because of the clothes shop at the High Street end. My late father, Ramon O’Brien (known in the Scouting world as Ober) was in the Newport
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Water play feature at Newport's Tredegar Park closes for good
A WATER play feature in Newport’s Tredegar Park that has been plagued with issues over the years has been closed for good. Newport council says it simply costs too much for the council to repair or replace the pirate-themed water play facility
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Flynn: Plans afoot for academy
NEWPORT County AFC's new development coach Mike Flynn today outlines the plans for the future as he begins his spell trying to shape the next breed of Exile.The 33-year old will combine his duties as a first team player with coaching County's
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Newport Gipsy transit camp plan faces the axe
A GIPSY site mooted for the west of Newport that came under fire from local businesses and Welsh government officials is set to be dropped from Newport’s local development plan (LDP). Following a public examination by the planning inspector Alwyn
